Government updates adviser register

Assistant Treasurer Josh Frydenberg confirmed the update, describing the move as a “strong step in the right direction” and hailing it as a symbol of the government’s “ongoing commitment” to raising professional standards in advice.

The statement from Mr Frydenberg also revealed there are currently over 22,500 advisers listed on the register, and it has received more than 60,000 visits since launch.

The register includes insurance brokers, accountants and stockbrokers licensed to provide advice as well as financial planners, the statement said.

Government updates adviser register

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Last Updated: 01 June 2015 Published: 01 June 2015